BRAZIL - Low Global Rule of Law Ranking
Brazil’s position in the 2024 Rule of Law Index, published by the World Justice Project, paints a concerning picture of the country’s legal and institutional framework. The South American nation ranks 80th out of 142 countries, scoring 0.50 on a scale from 0 to 1, below the global average of 0.55.
The index evaluates countries based on eight key factors, including government power constraints, absence of corruption, and fundamental rights. Denmark leads the pack, followed by Norway, Finland, Sweden, and Germany. Venezuela languishes at the bottom of the list.
Corruption remains a significant challenge for Brazil. It ranks 77th in the Absence of Corruption category with a score of 0.45. The legislative branch fares even worse, ranking as the second most corrupt globally, surpassed only by Haiti.
Brazil’s poor performance in key areas like judicial impartiality and legislative corruption raises questions about the effectiveness of its democratic institutions. These issues directly impact citizens’ trust in the government and the country’s overall stability.
The World Justice Project’s findings offer a roadmap for improvement. By addressing corruption and enhancing judicial independence, Brazil could significantly boost its rule of law score and create a more just society for its citizens.
-www.riotimesonline.com, 12 January 2025
Arno's Commentary
When it comes to the global rankings of rule of law, Europe leads the world. This supports its self-proclaimed title as the “most peaceful continent” on earth.
Nevertheless, corruption continues, and will not end until righteous government is established.
Will that ever happen? Yes, according to Jeremiah 23:5-6: “Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth. In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely: and this is his name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS.”
Arno Froese is the executive director of Midnight Call Ministries and editor-in-chief of the acclaimed prophetic magazines Midnight Call and News From Israel. He has authored a number of well-received books, and has sponsored many prophecy conferences in the U.S., Canada, and Israel. His extensive travels have contributed to his keen insight into Bible prophecy, as he sees it from an international perspective.
